Are you looking for an easy DIY recipe for an All Purpose Cleaner? Look no further! We have surfed the internet to find you some of the best homemade cleaners to help you save a little money each month.
Try out some of these super easy and natural DIY All Purpose Cleaner Recipes. From disinfectants, to scented sprays, to glass and surface cleaners, there is something for everyone! Plus, we have included some helpful tips and tricks that we found along the way.
DIY All Purpose Cleaners
These are 2 great, homemade all purpose cleaners that work great at breaking down grime and leaving a beautiful shine!
All that you will need to make this cleaner is:
- Equal parts of white vinegar and water
- 10 drops essential oil
After using your solution, seal and store for 2-4 weeks in a jar in a cupboard. However, avoid using on marble, stone or granite surfaces.
2. All Purpose Disinfecting Spray
The ingredients you will need for this recipe include:
- 1 ¼ c Water
- ¼ c White Vinegar
- ¼ c Rubbing Alcohol or Vodka
- 15 drops essential oil
Try using Everclear to make for a stronger cleaning solution!
DIY Scented All Purpose Cleaner
If you are looking for something that will leave behind a fresh scent, give one of these great cleaning recipes a try!
3. Option A – Scented All Purpose Cleaner
The ingredients needed to make this cleaner recipe include:
- 1 part White Vinegar
- 1 part Water
- Lemon Rind
- Rosemary Sprigs
4. Option B – Make a Scented All Purpose Cleaner
This is a simple recipe that requires few ingredients, such as:
- Equal parts white vinegar and water
- 20 drops essential oil
Mix the solution in a spray bottle and apply to the surface. Wipe away and there you have it!
5. Option C – All Purpose Cleaner
To make this recipe, the ingredients needed are:
- 1 ½ c Water
- 2 tbsp White Vinegar
- 2 tbsp Castile Soap
- 15 drops essential oil
- 1 tbsp 70% proof alcohol
Make this cleaning solution by shaking in a spray bottle, mixing well before use. Finish by wiping down with a microfiber cloth.
6. Option D – Homemade All Purpose Spray
Use this cleaner on every surface in your home, even the windows! However, vinegar is not safe to use on stone surfaces. The ingredients needed for this recipe are as follows:
- 1 part Distilled Water
- 1 part White Vinegar
- 12-15 drops Essential Oil (Optional)
Mix the solution in a spray bottle, then spray onto a soft or microfiber towel.
DIY All Purpose Surface Cleaners
Looking for the best all purpose surface cleaner? Try one of these DIY cleaners made specifically for stone, granite or ceramic tiled countertop surfaces!
Are you looking for a rinse free stone cleaner that doesn’t leave any residue behind? Try this recipe, all you will need is:
- ¼ c Rubbing Alcohol
- ¾ c Water
- 1 tsp Dish Soap
- 10 drops Essential Oil (Optional)
Mix the ingredients in a spray bottle and shake, then spray directly onto the surface. Wait for a bit, then wipe clean using a microfiber cloth for extra shininess!
Cut through grease and make surfaces shine with this easy granite countertop cleaner! The ingredients you will need are:
- ¼ c Rubbing Alcohol
- 2 c Water
- 2-3 drops of dish soap liquid
- 5-10 drops essential oil
Mix the solution inside a spray bottle, then spritz the counters. Wipe down with a microfiber towel or cloth for more absorbency!
All Purpose Glass Cleaners
Don’t clean windows on a hot, sunny day as the solution will dry too quickly and leave streaks behind
Ingredients needed to make this DIY glass cleaner are:
- 2 c Water
- ½ c White Vinegar or Apple Cider Vinegar
- ¼ c Rubbing Alcohol (70%)
- 1-2 drops of essential oil for scent
The ingredients you will need to make this solution includes:
- 1 ½ c Water
- 1 ½ tsp Rubbing Alcohol
- 3 drops essential oil
11. Glass Cleaner
Another simple recipe to follow, the ingredients needed are:
- ¼ c Vinegar
- ¼ c Rubbing Alcohol
- 2 c Water
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
Similar to previous solutions, just mix in a spray bottle, shake and spray. The cornstarch will help to reduce the appearance of streaks. Remember to use a microfiber towel instead of a paper towel to reduce the amount of lint left on the glass!
3 Bonus Tips
Lastly, here are some helpful tips and tricks that we found during our research. Who knew there were so many uses for common household items?
Try buffing out those pesky water spots commonly found on mirrors, fixtures and shower doors using an old dryer sheet You can even remove the ring from inside the toilet bowl or quickly wipe down the baseboards around the house.
2. Use Vinegar
Get rid of hard water spots just by using plain old vinegar! Apply by dipping a towel, brush or sponge in the solution, then get to scrubbing!
Did you know you could use Magic Erasers on just about everything? From faucets, to shower curtain liners, sinks, toilets, bathtubs and even the walls! Give it a try!
